Can I insert custom code in Webflow to load images that are not loading with the default embed code?
TL;DR
- Check file URLs, CORS settings, and lazy loading conflicts.
- Use an HTML Embed (
<img>tag) to insert images directly. - Use JavaScript to manually load images if lazy loading causes issues.
- Add external scripts in Project Settings > Custom Code if needed.
- Inspect the browser console for errors like
404or CORS issues.
Yes, you can insert custom code in Webflow to load images if they aren’t loading properly with the default embed options. Here’s how to do it:
1. Identify Why Images Aren’t Loading
- Check File Paths: Ensure the image URLs are correct and publicly accessible.
- Cross-Origin Issues: If loading from an external source, the server must allow cross-origin resource sharing (CORS).
- Lazy Loading Conflicts: Webflow applies lazy loading (
loading="lazy") by default, which may interfere with certain scripts.
2. Use an HTML Embed Element
- Go to Webflow Designer.
- Drag an Embed element into the canvas.
- Inside the embed, use standard HTML for images:
<img src="https://example.com/image.jpg" alt="Custom Image">- Save and publish to check if loading issues persist.
3. Force Image Loading with JavaScript
If Webflow’s lazy loading is causing problems, use JavaScript to load images manually:
- Insert this script in an Embed element or within the Page Settings > Footer Code area:
```html``` - Ensure you have an element with
id="image-container"where the image should load.
4. Use Webflow’s Custom Code Section
- Go to Project Settings > Custom Code
- In the Footer Code section, place any external scripts needed for loading images dynamically.
- Example: If using a CDN that requires a JavaScript loader.
5. Verify Browser Console for Errors
- Open the Developer Console (F12 in Chrome, go to Console tab) and check for any
404orCORS policyerrors. - If CORS is blocking the image, try hosting it on a different server that allows cross-origin requests.
Summary
To load images that aren’t appearing in Webflow, first check file URLs and CORS settings. Then, use an HTML Embed for direct image insertion or JavaScript to manually load them. Test with browser dev tools and adjust settings accordingly.